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Experience the best of Madeira’s east coast on a fully customizable private tour. Travel in comfort with your personal driver, who shares stories about the island’s volcanic origins, local traditions, and natural beauty.
Start at Pico do Arieiro Summit for breathtaking mountain views and insights into Madeira’s volcanic landscape. Explore Ribeiro Frio within the UNESCO-listed Laurisilva Forest, home to ancient laurel trees and rich biodiversity. Visit the iconic Santana Traditional Houses, with their colorful thatched roofs, and learn about local rural culture.
Stop at Portela Viewpoint for panoramic valley and coastline views, then continue to Porto da Cruz, a charming seaside village perfect for lunch and scenic strolls. Conclude at Ponta de São Lourenço Viewpoint, where dramatic cliffs and the Atlantic showcase the island’s rugged beauty, before returning to your accommodation.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your Welcome Pickups driver will meet you at the selected pickup location and time, and will wait for up to 30 minutes after the scheduled pickup. If no contact is made within this time, the booking will be considered a no-show, and the driver may leave.
Before your ride, you’ll receive your driver’s name, phone number, and vehicle details, so you can easily recognize them upon arrival. Your driver will be punctual, professional, and happy to assist with your luggage and any special requests before beginning your journey.
Please note that this sightseeing ride cannot start, end, or include stops at airports, ports, or train stations.
If you have any special requirements — such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance — kindly mention them when booking to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience.
Itinerary
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Pico do Arieiro Summit. One of Madeira’s highest peaks offering breathtaking views over dramatic mountain ridges and cloud-filled valleys.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Ribeiro Frio
Ribeiro Frio (Laurisilva Forest). A peaceful area within Madeira’s UNESCO-listed laurel forest known for its lush greenery and mountain scenery.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3
Santana Traditional Houses. Madeira’s famous triangular thatched houses representing the island’s traditional rural architecture.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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Portela Viewpoint. A spectacular panoramic lookout offering sweeping views of Madeira’s green valleys and the north coast.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5Porto da Cruz
Porto da Cruz. A charming coastal village surrounded by mountains and known for its traditional sugarcane rum heritage.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
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Ponta de São Lourenço Viewpoint. A dramatic peninsula landscape showcasing Madeira’s rugged volcanic cliffs and ocean views.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For 1-3 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
- For 4-7 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For 1-3 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
- For 4-7 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
- Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides—sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own.
- Some stops on your itinerary may be closed on the date of travel due to public holidays, maintenance, or special events. We recommend verifying opening hours on the attraction’s official website or contacting us before your tour. If a stop is unexpectedly closed, we will try to offer a suitable alternative or a refund if the tickets are included in the price.
- Our tours are fully flexible — you decide which attractions to explore inside and which to admire from the outside. Entrance tickets are not included unless clearly specified as a “tickets included” option in the tour selection. Your driver will adjust the itinerary based on opening hours, availability, and your preferences to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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